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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 19, 1957
Page
7
Manitoba's government launches a new program of direct unconditional assistance to municipalities and local governments. Twenty two Indian chiefs attended as guests of honor at a luncheon on Wednesday December 31, underscoring the provinces aid policy shift.
Napanee will host no poultry fair this year due to modern merchandising and transportation. Traders will buy poultry directly from district farmers over the coming weeks, with minimal financial impact. The decline follows years of shrinking offerings and the end of a festive poultry day tradition.
The evergreen tree with candles began in Germany as a surprise for children and spread across Central Europe. Decorations evolved with angels stars and frosted cookies while children could craft paper stars and cellophane decor. Motorists are reminded to watch for schoolchildren crossing streets.
The birch bark canoe and the snowshoe aided early Canadian transport. In 1956 mining capital expenditures reached 536 million, manufacturing 1.3 billion. Halifax is largest in Atlantic provinces, Winnipeg in the Prairies. Women gained federal vote in 1917. Habeas corpus guards against arbitrary imprisonment.
The sale of Christmas Seals began in Denmark in 1904 to fund tuberculosis relief efforts. The idea was conceived by a Danish postman Einar Holboell and supported by Danish postal workers with patronage from King Christian and Queen Louise.
The poem reflects Santa as a multifaceted figure revered as Russia’s patron saint of children and a magical, rejuvenating presence. It blends sacred and secular into a single, nostalgic image of a benevolent gift giver who embodies joy.
The Mercury of Guelph Ontario notes the UK wool textile industry proclaims strong domestic demand while warning that any change to Canadian trade policy could threaten its export market. The piece highlights perceived double standards and industry pride amid ongoing trade discussions.
Tufford Brothers from Burnside farm storm Royal Winter Fair in Toronto entries tally. Murray and Fred, specialists in turkey and egg production, earned a first and second among eviscerated hens and multiple second places in eviscerated and New York dressed classes. Ag. Rep. J C Forbes hailed the Burnside team’s strong showing.
Federal data show sales and excise taxes on new car production totaled 138,601,099 dollars in the first nine months, averaging 450 dollars per vehicle for 30,298 cars produced.
The statement identifies the lady slipper as a member of the orchid family, placing it within the taxonomic group Orchidaceae and noting its relation to orchids.
An advertisement for Canadian Correspondence Courses promoting bookkeeping salesmanship shorthand and typewriting lessons. Free circular No 35 available. Address 1290 Bay Street Toronto.
An ad promotes Newpower battery reviver claiming guaranteed results for old batteries. It offers $1.00 prepaid and free details. The notice seeks agents and lists Robert Hudson at 1706 W Indiana Ave South Bend Indiana 14.
The Times of Delburne Alberta reflects at Christmas on bells, carols, and peace on earth. It calls for building a democracy in liberty and peace and renewing hope, courage, and better instincts in humanity through the festive season.
A cranberry chiffon pie recipe fills a 9 inch shell with jellied cranberry sauce sugar and yolks heated to custard. Agar gelatin and lemon juice join the mix then beaten egg whites fold in as a stiff meringue. The pie chills and is topped with lightly sweetened vanilla whipped cream before serving.
John Kroeker awoke to find marauders in his turkey pen using a flashlight. They fled as he approached, leaving behind one dozen turkeys they had not stolen, suggesting the thieves dropped birds during their hurried escape. The incident was reported by The Carillon News on November 22, 1957.
A small green Lycopodium plant, known as Lyco, yields up to 200 dollars a year for Phelps township residents who gather it in spring and fall. Pickers gather the wild plant for wreaths and decorations, with processing firms in Southern Ontario shipping it worldwide. Local harvesters say plenty remains for years.
Santa gift idea for a doll loving child. Pattern 4626 covers 14 to 22 inch dolls with a coat beanie dress frock petticoat and panties. Includes printed directions and yardage note. Send 40 cents and name address and style number to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Toronto.
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